P0746 on Nissan Maxima
Pressure Control Solenoid A Performance/Stuck Off
Methodology: Reviewed against the SAE J2012 generic DTC definition and NHTSA owner-complaint patterns, then scoped to Nissan Maxima context without treating complaints as confirmed diagnoses.
Sources: SAE/OBD-II definitions, manufacturer service information, and public reliability reports (including NHTSA where applicable).
- SAE J2012 Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions — Generic diagnostic trouble code definition reference for P0746.
- NHTSA recalls, complaints, and manufacturer communications — Used to check public owner complaint context, recall status, and safety-related manufacturer communications by VIN or vehicle.
Limits: Guidance is informational and may not match every model-year or revision. Confirm with the official manual and diagnostics before replacing parts. For safety-critical or electrical work, use a qualified technician.
What P0746 Means on Your Nissan Maxima
P0746 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Pressure Control Solenoid A Performance/Stuck Off. This code relates to the transmission system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.
Real Nissan Maxima Owner Reports
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database
"The battery ran out, i sent it to a mechanic, a fault arrives and now the transmission fails, it does not accelerate when it does so, it gives me a code p0746 i do not know what to do see how they can help me thanks"
"Car hesitates shifting from 1st to 2nd. at times, there is a loud "clunking" sound when the gas is pressed hard. then even when the gas is pressed all the way down, car would slowly shift. it takes about 10 to 20 seconds before it would shift normally."
"Tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan maxima. while driving 45 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle decelerated. while at a stop sign, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle seized and the check engine warning indicator illuminated."
All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year
Common Causes on Nissan Maxima
Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
What To Do Next
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Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
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Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
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Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.